protections – Health

U.S. health agency reverses Obamacare transgender protections

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued a rule on Friday that would lift anti-discrimination protections under Obamacare for transgender people and women seeking abortions, drawing condemnation from Democratic lawmakers. The rule reverses some provisions of the Affordable Care Act passed during President Barack Obama’s administration, also known as Obamacare,… Read More »

CISOs push for stronger security protections in vendor products

Several healthcare chief information security officers have established a council to develop best practices for managing third-party risks. The CISOs want to limit the security risks that vendors can inflict on hospitals and other provider venues, starting with the supply chain. Many provider organizations do not have the expertise and resources to conduct proper vetting… Read More »